20. Ready for Action

After weeks of practice and guidance from Fabian, Stellina felt a growing sense of confidence in her ability to portray Vellina convincingly. She had studied Vellina's mannerisms, speech patterns, and even her subtle gestures, striving to replicate them as accurately as possible. Stellina knew she couldn't be a perfect copy, but she was determined to embody Vellina's essence to the best of her ability.

As she delved deeper into the role, Stellina realized that she could use her near-death experience from the accident as a justification for any deviations in her behavior. Whenever someone questioned her about the changes they noticed in her compared to the old Vellina, Stellina could attribute it to the transformative impact of the accident.

This realization brought a sense of relief to Stellina. She understood that she didn't have to strive for absolute perfection. The narrative of personal growth and change would help her navigate potential suspicions and provide a plausible explanat